Importance of Southern Plateau are:
1. It is rich in mineral deposits.
2. Black soil found here is good for growing cotton.
3. Monsoon forests covered with expensive shesham and sandalwood trees are found here.
4. Natural waterfalls are located which are the basis of hydro-electricity production.
5. Pachmadhi, Mahabaleshwar, Ooty are famous hill stations are located here.
